Are Stoltz Bow Rollers Worth The Hype? - Our Crash Course On How & Why to Install

This video was produced to help you better understand the reasons JetBoatPilot sells Stoltz Rollers, how we arrive at our recommendations on fit and some how to steps for install. For more info on Stoltz Bow Rollers from JetBoatPilot visit us at JetBoatPilot.com and search for Stoltz Rollers.

[@rickurt1]

Great video Will (as always). I wish this was out there last year. I purchased 3 different sets as I was trialing and testing different sizes to correctly fit my boat. There are a lot of bad recommendations out there because folks don't understand each boat is different...but you made it happen. I probably ended up with not the best roller for my trailer, but it is probably the best to preserve my boat wrap. Something to keep in mind when suggesting a roller (roller friction is not our friend). Again, thanks for your integrity and innovation. This is why I'm a jetboatpilot customer for life.

[@JetBoatPilot]

Thank you for your kind words we really appreciate it more than you know

[@Legendary_UA]

2012 SX210. Shorlander Trailer I'll be calling tomorrow

[@Rob-Oh]

Excellent video Will. Thank you. After extensive experimenting with my boat I ended up with the RP-446 for my boat. (2021 212SE) That being said, I had to order one from Drewcraft that he cuts down to fit the narrower bracket on the Shorelandr trailers like mine. You may find on the semi-v bows (newer Yamaha) that the RP-446 is too wide for the trailer bracket, and you may have to offer a narrower version. (Drewcraft offers one) I didn't use the 434 bells on mine because they didn't contact the hull fully. But after watching your video, I realize they don't have to. Thank you ! (Rob Ortiz)

[@JetBoatPilot]

Thank you for the input. We'll be working with the manufacturer to create better options as we perfect our offering.

[@mcocitsgotime9055]

Great work on getting these kits put together. Not having a lot of engineering experience with bow rollers, could I sleeve the through bolt(smaller bolt for clearance) to allow free spinning rollers without fear of over tightening the nut? Great content for those of us new to jet boats!

[@JetBoatPilot]

You don't need a sleeve. The nylock nut allows for it to be tightened enough to hold and does not require compression to remain tight. We also just changed over to a shorter nylock nut so there would be more threads exposed on a wider variety of configuations.

[@URaBaboYongpa77]

Do you have one for a 19' 2022 Yamaha yet?

[@JetBoatPilot]

Yes literally just added about 10 minutes ago

[@URaBaboYongpa77]

@@JetBoatPilot awesome, I see it now. The "19' SPORT/FSH" will fit a 195s right?

[@JetBoatPilot]

@@URaBaboYongpa77 yes for sure

[@jaysonprice6425]

Great video!!

[@erikkozak304]

I just bought the new roller

[@everettabare5466]

What configuration would you recommend with a 2023 Sea Doo GTI SE 130 and the trailer is a 2024 Triton double trailer. Thanks

[@JetBoatPilot]

Not sure without seeing yours in person. Email me at [e-mail] and I'll send pics of the setup we did for our FX.

[@Rob-Oh]

I have a 2021 212SE and I went round and round trying to find the right stotz roller for my boat. I ended up going with the 446 but I had to have it cut down because it was too wide. I have a painted Shorelandr trailer and for some reason the bracket is narrower. I believe it’s because it has a Dutton-Lainson winch. I would like to order the kit for my boat but want to make sure it’s going to fit before ordering. Are you aware of this issue? TIA

[@JetBoatPilot]

Not sure about the painted trailer. Tell me the exact dimensions between the roller mount brackets and I'll confirm if our recommended kit will fit well.

[@CC-xi5mz]

Are you guys in Pinellas? I saw the logo on the trailer.

[@JetBoatPilot]

No we're in Panama City Florida

[@JessieNalls-ik3mc]

Do you have a website that matches roller to a certain boat?

[@JetBoatPilot]

Yes paste this link into your browser: jetboatpilot.com/products/stoltz-bow-roller-kits

[@wawonajim2466]

Is the 2022 Switch trailer the same as the 2023?

[@JetBoatPilot]

I think so but have not verified any changes.

[@wawonajim2466]

@@JetBoatPilot Should I go ahead and order these?

[@JetBoatPilot]

@@wawonajim2466 if you're referring to the Stoltz roller, yes. I'd say there's little chance of that changing.

[@wawonajim2466]

@@JetBoatPilot I installed the Stoltz roller, and there is a lot of slop in it. I used the washers that came with it but was not enough, added the washers that was with the original roller, they are twice as thick as the ones that came with the new roller, seems ok, outside rollers are a little stiff, but they move, inside roller moves very easily and about a tread showing. Wondering if the center piece is the right size since there was so much slop (1/4").

[@crdjeep123]

I just bought this and the nut was stuck 1” in. I had to tear it apart.

[@JetBoatPilot]

Did you find a replacement? We quality check each of these before they leave the shop to ensure they won't lock up.

[@crdjeep123]

@@JetBoatPilot I can only find a 6” bolt as the one you sent was 6.5”. I’m headed to lowes now. I can email you a picture. It went on great but got stuck.

[@JetBoatPilot]

@@crdjeep123 ok if we need to send another let me know.

[@jake694537]

I was so excited to purchase new rollers for my 2016... until I saw the shipping cost. Sorry Will, I love your business and your customer service. But in the end, I know there are higher powers you cannot control and I found cheaper shipping.

[@JetBoatPilot]

Sorry about that. These things ship flat rate for about $10-12. Our site is not sophisticated enough to include that rate at the moment. Maybe we can fix it.

[@jake694537]

@@JetBoatPilot Like i said, I get it 100%, but it wants me to pay $15 for shipping. I know the pricing matrix is sometimes just out of the business owner's control. You aren't losing a customer out of it, I still plan on buying several items from you over the winter. Just going to skip this order for now... maybe wait and make a massive order in a month or two.

[@JetBoatPilot]

@@jake694537 if you still want to order I can custom invoice with actual shipping cost if you email me at [e-mail]

[@doolittlegeorge]

There is also a one off Boat Trailer manufacturer in Florida well known for producing literally going on decades now a "proper"(well engineered durable) trailer/trailer braking system that I think simply uses inertia rather than anything electrical in order to apply "the trailer braking force." That's the rumor anyways. Having anything that can aid in making a Jet Drive system function better in austere, humid and ocean salt conditions cannot be overemphasized enough as a worthy upgrade as well as creating the in sequence procedures as necessary both before and after for both boat and trailer be proper maintained for said conditions. Just ask the US Navy by way of example for examples in how exactly *NOT* to do jet drives in the salt correctly.

[@darrelstoltz]

They are junk now because my uncle started using cheaper parts after my grandfather died so you have to by replacement parts..my grandfathers original product you would never need a replacement part.